Abasand Heights
Perched above the majestic Athabasca and Horse rivers this hilltop location is small, quiet, and safe with friendly neighbours. The family oriented community serves as a haven for young couples with small children, nesters, commuters, and 1st time home buyers. A leisurely stroll finds you enjoying an area strip mall with local pub, gas station, car wash, and shops. The school area is complete with a running track, soccer field, tennis courts, playground and ice rink where families gather for a rousing game of shinny of leisurely skate. Two additional playgrounds, a picnic area and skateboarding park are within the neighbourhood. A natural walking path runs along the outside of the area. An outdoor spray park is available for a fun family summertime "splash" just to the southeast. Abasand possesses some of the most unobstructed views of the skyline and the dancing rainbows of light that form the aurora borealis. Residents enjoy the abundance of walking trails and parks with easy access to excellent shopping, dining, schools, cultural, retail offerings and recreational activities. Many homes in the area directly overlook the river valleys.
This community appeals to many offering an excellent mix of single family homes with ample lots, town and patio homes and affordable high-density condos. This close knit community has big spirit.
Fun Facts about Abasand Heights
Style and Age of Homes
Abasand homes are typically Single Family with a mix of town homes, duplexes, patio homes, and apartment condos typical age is from 1970's to new
Schools
Father Beauregard (ECDP Grade 6)
Location
If you want to live a short 2 minute drive to Downtown and escape the hustle-and-bustle of a busy City Centre the community of Abasand is for you! Abasand Heights is a nice little neighbourhood on the located on a hillside south side of Fort McMurray. The northern boundary is created by the Athabasca River. Abasand Heights is north of the Beacon Hill community on the west side of Highway 63. Abbotswood Drive and Abasand Drive lead into the community. A bridge is provided over the highway to by-pass traffic with easy access to both public and industry transit makes this location an easy commute to downtown or work.
Population
The population of Abasand Heights in 2015 was 4,893 with 1758 dwellings according to a municipal census conducted by the R.M of Wood Buffalo. The area saw significant damage during the 2016 Fort McMurray wildfire . The community of Abasand is almost completely rebuilt.
| Home transaction Data | |
|---|---|
| *Stats produced by Susan Lore for Fort McMurray Alberta | |
| April 1st, 2020- May 31st, 2021 | |
| AVERAGE SALE PRICE APARTMENT (CONDO) | $135,167 |
| AVERAGE SALE PRICE SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED | $518,767 |
| NUMBER OF SALES (ALL PROPERTY TYPES) | 17 |
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Abasand Heights Real Estate for Sale
Greenbelt + Sunsets in the Athabasca River Valley! Picture Perfect VIEWS from your front yard/porch, living room & primary bedroom! Turnkey, modern living with UPGRADED...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- A1132571 MLS® #
GORGEOUS ABASAND 3 BEDROOM CONDO. Located in Wildwood Estates, West facing and only a few steps from the trails. The kitchen includes all appliances, pantry, quartz count...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- A1130362 MLS® #
|House Goals| This is the one that you have been waiting for! Located in a quiet cul-de-sac in Abasand, near the trees, trails and school you will find the ultimate f...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- A1130578 MLS® #
FULLY UPGRADED ABASAND TOWNHOUSE WITH GREENBELT LOCATION! The newly rebuilt Ravine Park complex is nicely designed, and this 1,144 SQFT 3 bed/3 bath home with a double at...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- A1129605 MLS® #
Located in Abasand this Brand New 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home features spacious living room with patio doors, dining room, Master bedroom with walk in closet and single ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- A1129582 MLS® #
Welcome to 125 Amberwood Court, a beautifully built single-family home with a one-bedroom legal basement suite in a quiet cul-de-sac on a pie-shaped lot, backing onto Gre...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- A1128868 MLS® #
Nestled beside the greenbelt is a walk up condo/apartment that has a HUGE front Balcony/Deck and is an END unit. Inside you features kitchen with dark cabinets, 2 bathroo...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- A1127773 MLS® #
With lots of space inside and the best view in town, this unit is a MUST SEE! Huge Master Bedroom with 2 walk in closets, a large second Bedroom, lots of storage, a fir...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- A1126657 MLS® #
"WOW GRAB THIS OPPORTUNITY BEFORE ITS GONE! RARE FIND-IN-BASED! Not many of these left in the city! Residential Vacant Lot; 7,900 sqft pie-shaped lot ready for re-build! ...
- A1123660 MLS® #
This 3 bedroom 2.5 home is sure to impress ! Lets start with the double attached garage . . AND parking pad in front of the garage. Main floor takes you to a open kitchen...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- A1122050 MLS® #
WOW! INCREDIBLE VIEWS FROM YOUR BALCONY OF ATHABASCA VALLEY AND DOWNTOWN! Welcome to the new Abasand! This home is BRAND NEW and comes with New Home Warranty, and lots of...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- A1120550 MLS® #
This great 2 story end unit is brand new and looking for brand new owners. This fantastic property is in a completely newly rebuilt area. Ownership of a prime unit is ...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- A1117898 MLS® #
119 Athabasca Crescent in Abasand is a fully developed two storey home with an attached single car garage and parking for 2 vehicles out front. Built in 2017 by Qualico,...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- A1108235 MLS® #
Opportunity knocks! Located on a spacious 8319 SQUARE FOOT CORNER LOT, this spacious 3 plus 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom bi-level has enough room for the whole family! The ma...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- A1116252 MLS® #
Welcome to 112 Aurora Place: a unique home perfect for those looking for a place to call their own with a BIG YARD, DETACHED GARAGE AND NO CONDO FEES!! Bright and colou...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- A1115482 MLS® #
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